Thunderbolt 2 technology in ST2-TB is phenomenally fast. The two Thunderbolt 2 ports on ST2-TB features dual 20-Gbps channels for data transfer and that’s up to four times faster than USB 3.0. But beyond speed, Thunderbolt gives you unprecedented expansion capabilities. You can daisy-chain as many as six Thunderbolt devices to a single port.

The ST2-TB built-in with three configuration modes: RAID 1 (Safe Mode), RAID 0 (Speed Mode), and JBOD (Two Independent Volumes) for you to choose according to your needs.

JBOD function provides two independent disk data access convenience

In this mode, you can install two disks that have different volumes and use them independently.There is no RAID configuration and without special safety or speed differences. You can also use this mode in apply with other STARDOM modules.

RAID 0 functionality increases storage speed and performance

The new ST2-TB is equipped with RAID 0 storage mode, which enables user to attain up to 724MB/s read speed with ST2-TB's Thunderbolt transmission interface. Whether it is used for searching and editing photo galleries, or video editing and synthesis, it promises to deliver a smooth and easy operation.

To maximize data protection. Data is written identically to both drive (Mirror) simultaneously. In the event of a drive failure, the second drive will take over. RAID 1 provides the highest level of protection in hard drive storage.

Thunderbolt 2 With ST2-TB Stylish and rugged

The ST2-TB has a sleek exterior design that’ll never go out of style when placed next to your Mac. It’s also built tough with three millimeter thickness aluminum to shield the enclosed drives durably and to dissipate the heat created by the drives faster for the drives to work comfortably.

ST2-TB is made from highly recyclable aluminum and it is also free of many harmful toxins which commonly present in the desktop computer manufacturing process.

Advanced power management.

ST2 uses energy-efficient hardware components that work hand in hand with the Mac system to conserve power. It spins down hard drives and activates sleep mode after a period of inactivity.

To help you complete your photography projects

With two ultrafast Thunderbolt 2 ports, you can build a photo studio around iMac and ST2-TB. Or take them with you and import thousands of RAW images on location. Once your photos are on your computer, editing in Aperture is faster and more responsive than before.

ST2-TB's RAID 0 mode lets you quickly browse large image libraries from external storage. So you have instant access to any photo in your library.

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Specification

Model No

ST2-TB

Interfaces

Thunderbolt 2 Port x 2 ( up to 20 Gbps )

Compatible Drive

2 x 3.5" /2.5" SATA HDD/SSD ( up to 6 Gbps ) /
Support large volume up to 8TB

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ST2-TB Question & Answer

Q1Common Technical Questions

1. ST2-TB will always stay SLEEP Mode if (a) it doesn't connect it to Mac Computer, and (b) your Mac Computer is Power-Off. 2. ST2-TB will also stay SLEEP Mode if your Mac Computer gets into SLEEP or IDLE Mode too. 3. In case if you use two old HDDs which already have other RAID setting, we would strongly suggest you to first reset them with JBOD mode at your ST2 before setting them to the RAID mode you will use ST2-TB.

Q2RAID Modes and How to Switch between the RAID Modes?

A. Please clear the RAID setting and format your two used HDDs before starting using your new ST2-TB. B. Please keep a copy of all your personal data into a safe storage space before you set RAID mode at your ST2-TB unit. C. JBOD (Factory defaults): Two independent storage volumes with no data protection feature. D. RAID-1: One independent data storage with data protection feature. Other features: • RAID 1 data protection feature is to duplicate all your personal data into the second HDD, and ST2 could still work in case if one of the HDDs becomes defect. ** ST2 won’t help data protection if anyone of the two HDDs is out of working. • If you use two different memory size HDDs, ST2 will only use the maximum memory capacity up to the small HDD one. ** For example: if your two HDDs are with 1TB & 2TB memory capacity each, ST2’s maximum memory will be up to 1TB. E. RAID-0: One big independent a storage with accelerated data transfer rate but with no data protection feature. F. The Standard Procedure to Switch RAID Setting Step-1: Please first connect ST2-TB to your Mac. Step-2: Please set RAID Dip Switch to the position you choose. Step-3: Please use the Key to press the hidden RESET key at the back-plate, hold and wait for the end of Blue-Purple LED blinking till a stable Blue light. Step-4: Please turn off your ST2-TB, and re-turn it on again. You now have reset ST2 with a new RAID mode successfully,A WARNING to you if you plan to delete or switch your original RAID setting： If you plan to delete or switch your original RAID setting, please always duplicate your personal data before deleting or changing it.